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HR Infrastructure – Why do you need HR at your small business?
HR Infrastructure - Why do you need HR at your small business?HR Infrastructure is an essential part of any growing business! Build out your infrastructure before you miss the opportunity to do it properly from day 1! In the world of small businesses, establishing...
Michigan Expands Antidiscrimination Protections
As of February 13, 2024, Michigan has expanded its antidiscrimination law to prohibit discrimination against employees and applicants on two fronts. This law applies to employers of all sizes. First, it has expanded the definition of “sex” to include all terminations...
Host Employee Meetings – Best HR Tips from HR Experts!
How to: Host Employee MeetingsHave you ever heard the phrase, "That meeting could have been an email?" Well, I have! 🤦🏽♀️ Hosting meetings can be challenging and something we discuss with many of our clients. 😉 We recommend regular meetings with your employees. But,...
HR Compliance Update-Texas Prohibits Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination
As of February 6, 2024, Texas will prohibit employers of all sizes from adopting or enforcing a policy that requires applicants or employees to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. Additionally, employers can’t take any adverse action against an employee or applicant for...
Annual OSHA Form 300A Posting Begins February 1, Expanded Electronic Reporting Due March 2
Form 300A Workplace Posting Begins February 1 Covered employers that had 11 or more employees at any point in 2023 are required to post Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Form 300A, Summary of Work-Related Injury and Illnesses, from February 1...
Ohio Legalizes Recreational Cannabis
As of December 7, 2023, recreational cannabis is legal in Ohio for those 21 and older. The law specifically states that it doesn’t impact or impose any requirements or restrictions on employers with respect to terms and conditions of employment, including hiring,...
Illinois and Chicago Paid Leaves Begin January 1
ILLINOIS PAID LEAVE Starting on January 1, 2024, employees in Illinois will accrue Paid Leave, which they’ll be able to use for any purpose. The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has published FAQs for employers. IDOL is also working on final rules that will clarify...
North Carolina Requires Civil Air Patrol Leave and Discrimination Protections
North Carolina Requires Civil Air Patrol Leave and Discrimination Protections As of December 1, 2023, employers of all sizes must grant employees up to 14 days of unpaid leave per year to perform duties as members of the North Carolina Wing of the Civil Air Patrol. An...
Hawaii’s Trio of Pay Equity Updates Coming January 1
The new year will bring three big changes to Hawaii’s pay equity efforts. The first two equal pay expansions are applicable to employers of all sizes, while the pay posting requirement only affects employers with 50 or more employees. Equal Pay: Not Just for Men and...
HR Expert Business Help & Tips
HR Expert Business Help & TipsCheck out this new HR Tips and tricks list from CYB Human Resources HR Experts! 😊👍🏼 In today's competitive job market, companies are constantly seeking ways to attract and retain top talent. One effective strategy is enhancing the...
HR Compliance Update- Colorado Paid FAMLI Leave Protections Start January 1
Colorado’s paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI) launched this year with employers (hopefully) withholding and remitting premiums. Now, employers need to prepare for the next phase of the program. FAMLI will start providing benefits to employees...
HR Compliance Update- Minnesota Sick and Safe Time Starts January 1
On January 1, 2024, employees in Minnesota will begin to accrue Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST). ESST is available to all employees, including those who are temporary and part time, as long as they work at least 80 hours in a year for the employer. ESST doesn’t...